She said a real-life Grinch came into her home taking her Christmas decorations and stockings, snatching her son's comforter from his bed and the hot plate she uses to cook dinner. Even tissue, towels and soap were carried away.

"They looked like they were coming back for the food, because the refrigerator was open," she said.

A similar story a few miles away on Devoy.

A family was too scared to go on camera, but told WREG they were at a memorial service Monday night and came home to every room in shambles.

Their back door was pried open and TVs, clothing, toys, electronics, food and toiletries were swiped.

The worst part: the mother said all of the gifts she wrapped for her toddler are gone too.

Both families hope the Grinch's small heart grows three sizes, and everything is returned.